GCSE Exam Resit Dates 2026/27: Key Dates & Deadlines
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Did not achieve the GCSE grades you were hoping for? Don’t worry. The November 2026 and Summer 2027 GCSE resits provide another opportunity to improve your grades and move on to sixth form, college, university, or an apprenticeship
This guide includes the confirmed GCSE resit dates for Maths, English Language, English Literature, and Science across AQA, Edexcel, and OCR, along with entry deadlines, results days, and expert revision advice to help you succeed.
What Are GCSE Resits?
GCSE resits allow students to improve their grades in GCSE Maths, English and Science.
When Can You Resit GCSEs in 2026/27?
Students have two opportunities each academic year to improve their GCSE grades.
1. Autumn (November) 2026 Resits
- Subjects: GCSE Maths and GCSE English Language only
- Exam Dates: November 2026
- Results: January 2027
2. Summer 2027 Resits
- Subjects: All GCSE subjects, including Maths, English Language, English Literature, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Combined Science, History and Geography
- Exam Dates: May–June 2027
- Results: August 2027
Exam Board Timetables: AQA, Edexcel and OCR GCSE Resit Dates 2026/2027
The November GCSE resits are only available for English Language and Maths. However, the summer resits cover all GCSE subjects. The GCSE retake dates vary by exam board. Here are the official AQA timetable, Edexcel exam dates, and OCR schedule for GCSE Maths, English, and Science.
GCSE Autumn 2026 Resit Dates
In the November window, students can resit GCSE Maths and English Language papers to improve their grades.
GCSE Maths Resit Dates 2026
The subject with the most resits is GCSE Maths. Having good grades in GCSE Maths opens up various opportunities in the future, both in the academic world and in a career.
1. AQA GCSE Maths Resit Dates
The following are the confirmed AQA GCSE Maths November resit dates to help you prepare effectively.
Paper | Tier | Date | Time | Duration |
Paper 1 (Non-Calculator) | Foundation | 04 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 1 (Non-Calculator) | Higher | 04 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 2 (Calculator) | Foundation | 06 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 2 (Calculator) | Higher | 06 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 3 (Calculator) | Foundation | 09 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 3 (Calculator) | Higher | 09 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
2. Edexcel (Pearson) GCSE Maths Resit Dates
Here are the confirmed GCSE Maths resit dates for the Edexcel board:
Paper | Tier | Date | Time | Duration |
Paper 1 (Non-Calculator) | Foundation | 04 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 1 (Non-Calculator) | Higher | 04 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 2 (Calculator) | Foundation | 06 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 2 (Calculator) | Higher | 06 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 3 (Calculator) | Foundation | 09 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 3 (Calculator) | Higher | 09 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
3. OCR GCSE Maths Resit Dates
Note the following confirmed GCSE Maths November resit dates to help you plan your revision effectively:
Paper | Tier | Date | Time | Duration |
Paper 1 (Calculator) | Foundation | 04 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 2 (Non-Calculator) | Foundation | 06 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 3 (Calculator) | Foundation | 09 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 4 (Calculator) | Higher | 04 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 5 (Non- Calculator) | Higher | 06 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 6 (Calculator) | Higher | 09 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
GCSE English Language Resit Dates 2026
Below are the confirmed AQA, Edexcel and OCR GCSE English Language resit dates for November 2026, helping you plan your revision and exam preparation with confidence.
1. AQA GCSE English Language Resit Dates
The following are the confirmed AQA GCSE English Language resit dates:
Paper | Title | Date | Time | Duration |
Paper 1 | Explorations in creative reading and writing | 03 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 45 m |
Paper 2 | Writers’ viewpoints and perspectives | 05 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 45 m |
2. Edexcel GCSE English Language Resit Dates
Below are the official English Language resit dates for 2026 for the Edexcel board:
Paper | Title | Date | Time | Duration |
English Language | Paper 1: Fiction and Imaginative Writing | 03 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 45 m |
English Language 2.0 | Paper 1: Non-Fiction Texts | 03 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 55 m |
English Language | Paper 2: Non-Fiction and Transactional Writing | 05 November 2026 | Morning | 2h 05m |
English Language 2.0 | Paper 2: Contemporary Texts | 05 November 2026 | Morning | 1h 55 m |
3. OCR GCSE English Language Resit Dates
Check out the confirmed Autumn 2026 resit dates for the OCR English Language exam:
Paper | Title | Date | Time | Duration |
Paper 1 | Communicating information and ideas | 03 November 2026 | Morning | 2h |
Paper 2 | Exploring effects and impact | 05 November 2026 | Morning | 2h |
GCSE Summer Resit Dates 2027
Maths and English Language exams can be resat in both the November and the Summer windows. However, all other subjects must be retaken in the Summer window. Here is the GCSE resit schedule for the summer 2027 window:
GCSE Maths Resit Dates 2027
Here are the confirmed dates for GCSE Maths resits in the summer 2027 window for AQA, Edexcel, and OCR.
1. AQA GCSE Maths Resit Dates 2027
The following are the confirmed AQA GCSE Maths 2027 summer resit dates to help you prepare effectively.
Paper | Tier | Date | Time | Duration |
Paper 1 (Non-Calculator) | Foundation | 14 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 1 (Non-Calculator) | Higher | 14 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 2 (Calculator) | Foundation | 27 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 2 (Calculator) | Higher | 27 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 3 (Calculator) | Foundation | 14 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 3 (Calculator) | Higher | 14 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
2. Edexcel (Pearson) GCSE Maths Resit Dates 2027
Here are the confirmed GCSE Maths summer 2027 resit dates for the Edexcel board:
Paper | Tier | Date | Time | Duration |
Paper 1 (Non-Calculator) | Foundation | 14 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 1 (Non-Calculator) | Higher | 14 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 2 (Calculator) | Foundation | 27 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 2 (Calculator) | Higher | 27 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 3 (Calculator) | Foundation | 14 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 3 (Calculator) | Higher | 14 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
3. OCR GCSE Maths Resit Dates 2027
The following are the confirmed GCSE Maths summer 2027 resit dates to help you plan your revision effectively:
Paper | Tier | Date | Time | Duration |
Paper 1 (Calculator) | Foundation | 14 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 2 (Non-Calculator) | Foundation | 27 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 3 (Calculator) | Foundation | 14 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 4 (Calculator) | Higher | 14 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 5 (Non- Calculator) | Higher | 27 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
Paper 6 (Calculator) | Higher | 14 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 30m |
GCSE English Language Resit Dates 2027
If you missed the GCSE English Language retake in November for any reason, do not worry; here is your other chance to improve your grades by resitting the exam in 2027.
1. AQA GCSE English Language Resit Dates 2027
Here are the confirmed dates for the AQA GCSE English Language resits in 2027.
Paper | Title | Date | Time | Duration |
Paper 1 | Explorations in creative reading and writing | 24 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45 m |
Paper 2 | Writers’ viewpoints and perspectives | 08 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45 m |
2. Edexcel GCSE English Language Resit Dates 2027
Here are the confirmed dates for the GCSE English Language resits in 2027.
Paper | Title | Date | Time | Duration |
English Language | Paper 1: Fiction and Imaginative Writing | 24 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45 m |
English Language 2.0 | Paper 1: Non-Fiction Texts | 24 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 55 m |
English Language | Paper 2: Non-Fiction and Transactional Writing | 08 June 2027 | Morning | 2h 05m |
English Language 2.0 | Paper 2: Contemporary Texts | 08 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 55 m |
3. OCR GCSE English Language Resit Dates 2027
The OCR board has announced the resit dates for GCSE English Language in the summer window:
Paper | Title | Date | Time | Duration |
Paper 1 | Communicating information and ideas | 24 May 2027 | Morning | 2h |
Paper 2 | Exploring effects and impact | 08 June 2027 | Morning | 2h |
GCSE English Literature Resit Dates 2027
You can retake the English Literature exam in summer 2027. The November resit tab is for Maths and English Language only.
1. AQA GCSE English Literature Resit Dates
The following confirmed AQA GCSE English Literature resit dates will help you make an effective revision schedule.
Paper | Title | Date | Time | Duration |
Paper 1 | Shakespeare and the 19th-century novel | 12 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45 m |
Paper 2 | Modern texts and poetry | 19 May 2027 | Morning | 2h 15 m |
2. Edexcel GCSE English Literature Resit Dates
Take a look at the confirmed Edexcel GCSE English Literature resit dates below:
Paper | Title | Date | Time | Duration |
Paper 1 | Shakespeare and Post-1914 Literature | 12 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45 m |
Paper 2 | 19th Century Novel & Poetry since 1789 | 19 May 2027 | Morning | 2h 15 m |
3. OCR GCSE English Literature Resit Dates
The OCR board has announced the resit dates for English Literature.
Paper | Title | Date | Time | Duration |
Paper 1 | Exploring modern and literary heritage texts | 12 May 2027 | Morning | 2 h |
Paper 2 | Exploring poetry and Shakespeare | 19 May 2027 | Morning | 2 h |
GCSE Science Resit Dates 2027
GCSE Science resits are offered only in the summer term.
1. AQA GCSE Science Resit Dates
The following are the resit dates for AQA GCSE Science:
Subject | Paper | Date | Time | Duration |
Biology | Paper 1/Foundation | 11 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Biology | Paper 1/Higher | 11 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Biology | Paper 2/Foundation | 10 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Biology | Paper 2/Higher | 10 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Chemistry | Paper 1/Foundation | 17 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Chemistry | Paper 1/Higher | 17 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Chemistry | Paper 2/Foundation | 15 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Chemistry | Paper 2/Higher | 15 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Physics | Paper 1/Foundation | 25 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Physics | Paper 1/Higher | 25 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Physics | Paper 2/Foundation | 18 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Physics | Paper 2/Higher | 18 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
2. AQA Combined Science Resit Dates
Below is the timetable for AQA Combined Science resit exams:
Subject | Paper | Date | Time | Duration |
Biology | Paper 1/Foundation | 11 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Biology | Paper 1/Higher | 11 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Biology | Paper 2/Foundation | 10 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Biology | Paper 2/Higher | 10 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Chemistry | Paper 1/Foundation | 17 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Chemistry | Paper 1/Higher | 17 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Chemistry | Paper 2/Foundation | 15 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Chemistry | Paper 2/Higher | 15 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Physics | Paper 1/Foundation | 25 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Physics | Paper 1/Higher | 25 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Physics | Paper 2/Foundation | 18 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Physics | Paper 2/Higher | 18 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
3. Edexcel (Pearson) GCSE Science Resit Dates
Take a look at the timetable for Edexcel GCSE Science resit exams and plan your preparation accordingly.
Subject | Paper | Date | Time | Duration |
Biology | Paper 1/Foundation | 11 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Biology | Paper 1/Higher | 11 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Biology | Paper 2/Foundation | 10 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Biology | Paper 2/Higher | 10 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Chemistry | Paper 1/Foundation | 17 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Chemistry | Paper 1/Higher | 17 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Chemistry | Paper 2/Foundation | 15 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Chemistry | Paper 2/Higher | 15 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Physics | Paper 1/Foundation | 25 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Physics | Paper 1/Higher | 25 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Physics | Paper 2/Foundation | 18 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Physics | Paper 2/Higher | 18 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
4. Edexcel (Pearson) Combined Science Resit Dates
Here is the timetable for the upcoming Edexcel Combined Science resits.
Subject | Paper | Date | Time | Duration |
Biology | Paper 1/Foundation | 11 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Biology | Paper 1/Higher | 11 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Biology | Paper 2/Foundation | 10 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Biology | Paper 2/Higher | 10 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Chemistry | Paper 1/Foundation | 17 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Chemistry | Paper 1/Higher | 17 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Chemistry | Paper 2/Foundation | 15 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Chemistry | Paper 2/Higher | 15 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Physics | Paper 1/Foundation | 25 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Physics | Paper 1/Higher | 25 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Physics | Paper 2/Foundation | 18 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Physics | Paper 2/Higher | 18 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
5. OCR GCSE Science Resit Dates
The following is the confirmed timetable for OCR GCSE Science retake exams:
Subject | Paper | Date | Time | Duration |
Biology | Paper 1/Foundation | 11 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Biology | Paper 2/Foundation | 10 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Biology | Paper 3/Higher | 11 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Biology | Paper 4/Higher | 10 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Chemistry | Paper 1/Foundation | 17 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Chemistry | Paper 2/Foundation | 15 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Chemistry | Paper 3/Higher | 17 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Chemistry | Paper 4/Higher | 15 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 45m |
Physics | Paper 1/Foundation | 25 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Physics | Paper 2/Foundation | 18 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Physics | Paper 3/Higher | 25 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
Physics | Paper 4/Higher | 18 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 15m |
6. OCR GCSE Combined Science Resit Dates
Here is the confirmed OCR GCSE Combined Science resit timetable for the students planning to retake the exam:
Subject | Paper | Date | Time | Duration |
Biology | Paper 1/Foundation | 11 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 10m |
Biology | Paper 2/Foundation | 10 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 10m |
Biology | Paper 3/Higher | 11 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 10m |
Biology | Paper 4/Higher | 10 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 10m |
Chemistry | Paper 1/Foundation | 17 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 10m |
Chemistry | Paper 2/Foundation | 15 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 10m |
Chemistry | Paper 3/Higher | 17 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 10m |
Chemistry | Paper 4/Higher | 15 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 10m |
Physics | Paper 1/Foundation | 25 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 10m |
Physics | Paper 2/Foundation | 18 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 10m |
Physics | Paper 3/Higher | 25 May 2027 | Morning | 1h 10m |
Physics | Paper 4/Higher | 18 June 2027 | Morning | 1h 10m |
Confirm the Resit Dates With Your School/Exam Board
- The above-mentioned dates are the official GCSE exam resit dates for 2026/2027.
- Please check with your school or exam board for any changes or updates.
- If you miss the resit, you will need to wait until the following year to retake the exam.
What is the Entry Deadline for GCSE Autumn 2026 Resits?
The entry deadline for students planning to retake GCSE Maths or GCSE English Language in the November 2026 examination series is typically October 4.
Entry deadlines vary slightly between AQA, Edexcel and OCR, so it is advisable to confirm the exact registration deadline with your school, college or exam board to avoid late entry fees.
What is the Entry Deadline for GCSE Summer 2027 Resits?
For the Summer 2027 GCSE resits (May/June), the entry deadline is typically mid-February 2027. AQA, Edexcel and OCR each have their own registration deadlines, so students should check with their school, college or private exam centre to ensure their exam entry is submitted on time.
When Will the GCSE Autumn 2026 Resit Results Be Released?
Results for the November 2026 GCSE Maths and GCSE English Language resits are expected to be released in January 2027. Students will receive their results through their school, college or private exam centre.
When Will the GCSE Summer 2027 Resit Results Be Released?
Results for the Summer 2027 GCSE resits will be released on the national GCSE Results Day in August 2027. Students will receive their results through their school, college or exam centre on the same day as all other GCSE candidates.
How Many GCSE Resits Are Students Allowed?
There is no official limit on the number of times a student can resit GCSE exams. Students can retake GCSE qualifications as many times as necessary to achieve their desired grades. However, those who have not yet achieved Grade 4 in GCSE Maths or GCSE English Language may be required to continue studying these subjects until they obtain a passing grade, depending on their age and education provider.
Do Students Have to Pay a Fee for GCSE Resits?
- GCSE Maths and English Language: If you are aged 16–19 and have not yet achieved a Grade 4 (standard pass), you can usually resit these subjects free of charge at your school or college, as government funding is generally available.
- Students improving a Grade 4 or above: If you have already passed GCSE Maths or English Language but want to achieve a higher grade, you will normally need to pay the exam entry fee.
- Other GCSE subjects: Resits for subjects such as English Literature, Science, History or Geography are not usually government-funded, so students often need to pay the exam fee unless their school or college chooses to cover the cost.
- Adult learners and private candidates: If you are taking GCSE resits independently through a private exam centre, you will usually be responsible for all exam entry and administration fees.
- Fees vary by exam centre: The cost of GCSE resits differs between schools, colleges and private exam centres, so it is always best to check the current fees before registering.
FAQs
Yes, you can improve your grades with GCSE resits, which boosts your chances of securing admissions into the best sixth forms and universities.
Achieving top grades in GCSE resits requires tailored support and guidance.
If you plan to retake the GCSE in November, you should apply in mid-September. It is advisable to check with your exam board for confirmed dates.
If you score lower in your GCSE resits than in your main exams, your highest grade will be counted.
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